1993 BMW M5 vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M5 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
